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Eden Badertscher, a nationally recognized expert in equity and social justice in mathematics education, leads a body of work that focuses on strengthening our system of mathematics education to promote all students’ proficiency.
Sally Baggett brings more than 20 years of experience in the management of evidence-based, early childhood home visitation programs to...
Jessica J. Bailey, research scientist, has expertise in educational research, evaluation, assessment, advanced statistical methods, technical support, and strategic dissemination.
Doug Baken is an expert in U.S. government funding and regulations compliance, as well as a highly skilled and experienced trainer. He...
Erin Bardar is a highly skilled instructional materials designer with expertise in earth science, space science, climate science, and data...
Tobie Barton brings expertise in public health, maternal and child health, and injury prevention to her role as the director of product...
Alemayehu Bekele is a research associate at EDC, with expertise in conducting evaluations, technical assistance (TA), and research programs supporting education projects to improve disparity and inequity in public education systems.
Nada Berrada, a dedicated youth researcher, focuses on understanding social, political, cultural, and economic contexts and improving young...
Alissa Bey, research associate, specializes in evaluating public health programs and providing technical assistance on evaluation and...
Emily Bhargava, an EDC training and technical assistance (TA) associate, is skilled in facilitation, strategic planning, and evaluation...
Pradipti Bhatta, EDC project associate, manages key aspects of projects and brings expertise in research communications, social media...
Ashleigh Bickerstaff is a training and technical assistance associate for the Center for Early Learning Professionals in Rhode Island.
Rebecca Bishop, an adaptable and transformational leader, specializes in initiatives to improve the health, mental health, and well-being of youth and high-risk populations.
Kristen Bjork, an instructional design expert and senior manager, creates authentic, engaging, and innovative learning experiences for students of all ages and backgrounds.
Rachel Blum is a senior advisor for youth and workforce development. With over 25 years of international experience, she designs, evaluates...
Georgia Bock, research associate, has expertise in educational research, program evaluation, and technical assistance. She is skilled at...
Boubacar Bocoum is the chief of party for the Education Recovery Support Activity (ERSA), which works in the conflict regions of Gao and...
Libby Boghossian, curriculum and instructional design specialist and former K–12 science teacher, brings extensive expertise in biology,...
Anna Bohrer contributes her expertise as an administrative coordinator to several of EDC’s most prominent behavioral, physical, and mental...
Deborah Boisvert, EDC senior project director, leads federal and state initiatives that broaden diverse K–16 learners’ participation in...
Jana Boocock, senior prevention specialist, is an experienced trainer with expertise in behavioral health and wellness, suicide prevention...